Communication and Group Work
WHAT'S THE EXPECTATION? 
In an era of "always on" online communication, it's common to assume that professors in a distance learning class will be able to respond to your questions 24/7. In fact, they are just as available to answer questions in a distance learning course as in any other course.
Check your syllabus for your professor’s office hours and turnaround time for answering emails. If you can't find this information, ask your professor. Everyone in your class will benefit from a shared understanding of professor and student expectations.
Image: students studying together with the Pigott Pavilion for Leadership building in the distance
Communication
Please look over the following handouts, which provide common considerations for communicating with faculty and classmates in a distance learning course. Many of your discussion posts will be written, so it's essential for you to be able to communicate your thoughts clearly through writing.
Group Work
You will be asked to contribute to online discussions, and work with classmates on group projects in your distance learning courses at Seattle University. You'll need to be comfortable speaking in front of a webcam in Zoom videoconferences, online discussions, and while working on group projects. Please read over the following handouts to learn more.